Pediatric Radiology
The Pediatric Radiology at OHSU Doernbecher offers a full range of body imaging services for newborns, infants, children, and teenagers. Each of our physicians has completed subspecialty fellowship training in pediatric radiology and is certified by the American Board of Radiology in both diagnostic radiology and pediatric radiology. In addition, our radiologists are active members of the Society for Pediatric Radiology, are advocates of its Image Gently campaign, and have been leaders in the field of radiation dose reduction. Together with our experienced staff, we make each child's visit as safe and as pleasant as possible while providing state-of-the-art diagnostic images and expert interpretations. Learn more about our Pediatric Imaging Clinic or meet our Pediatric Radiologist Team.
We tailor our imaging to the needs of each child. Our equipment and techniques are continually updated and have been customized for children of different ages. We keep radiation dose as low as possible. We work with an experienced team of pediatric sedation nurses and pediatric anesthesiologists. We are committed to providing the best possible experience and an accurate diagnosis for your child. Our section is located on the 7th floor of Doernbecher Children's Hospital, where we collaborate closely with all Pediatric medical and surgical teams.
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Fellowship
Our Pediatric Radiology Fellowship is based at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital on the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Marquam Hill campus, overlooking the beautiful Willamette River Valley. Doernbecher is the first dedicated children’s hospital in the Pacific Northwest and is recognized as Oregon’s top children’s hospital by US News and World Report. As such, our program provides rich clinical experience for trainees in radiology and across the School of Medicine.
Doernbecher’s diverse and inspirational patients are the heart of our training program. Many come to us from OHSU’s own robust primary care base; others are referred from urban and rural practices throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states. Increasingly, our patients travel to us from remote locations around the country, drawn by our nationally recognized physicians, the sophisticated therapies that we provide, and the exceptional family-centered care for which Doernbecher is known. Our trainees benefit from over 195,000 pediatric outpatient visits, admissions, operations, and transfers annually. More than 35,000 pediatric imaging examinations are performed and interpreted each year.
Superb patient care and training skilled, compassionate pediatric radiologists are our top priorities. These goals are supported at Doernbecher and OHSU by state-of-the-art imaging equipment, robust interdisciplinary conferences, comprehensive clinical experience, dedicated mentorship, and strong infrastructure to support research endeavors.
Our Pediatric Radiology Fellowship is ACGME-accredited and requires a one-year commitment from participants. Graduates of the program are eligible for the American Board of Radiology Certificate of Added Qualifications (ABR CAQ) examination in Pediatric Radiology. We select one fellow per academic year from a pool of highly qualified applicants.
A message from the program director
Greetings from Portland, Oregon! Thank you for your interest in OHSU’s Pediatric Radiology Fellowship. Our goal is to help our trainees reach their highest potential, both during fellowship and throughout their careers. We offer a broad clinical experience that captures the breadth and complexity of pediatric radiology, with abundant learning opportunities. Our fellows receive focused mentorship, and we offer generous elective experiences tailored to each fellow’s specific needs and interests. Our faculty are passionate educators and clinicians, and fellows are an integral part of our collegial and collaborative team. We encourage our fellows to be active participants in their own education and, in turn, we provide them with the tools they need for a successful and rewarding career in pediatric radiology.
Katherine Barton, M.D.
Application information
Our program is currently filled through the 2025-2026 academic year, and we are not accepting applications at this time.
For additional information or questions, contact Meleeka Reinen, Pediatric Radiology Fellowship Coordinator.
Foreign applicants must be legally able to work in the U.S., or eligible to obtain work authorization. Initial and extension J-1 Visas are considered in very rare circumstances. All non-ACGME fellowship candidates must be eligible for H-1B visas, which includes successful completion of all USMLEs.
We are unable to support J-1 applicants that require a Conrad J-1 waiver in order to be eligible for an H-1B visa. All visa applicants must have successfully passed all USMLE steps at least 6 months prior to fellowship start as USMLEs are required for visa applications. LMCC exams are not accepted for H-1B applications.
For More Information on OHSU Trainee Policies. Please visit our GME site.
Routine and advanced imaging services provided:
Pediatric X-rays | Pediatric fluoroscopy for assessment of swallowing, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract | Fluoroscopic-guided nasojejunal feeding tube placement | Pediatric ultrasound and Doppler imaging | Pediatric low dose body CT (chest, abdomen, pelvis, and extremities) | Pediatric body MRI (chest, abdomen, pelvis, and extremities) | Pediatric ultrasound-guided liver biopsy | Pediatric pneumatic intussusception reduction | Pediatric CT and MR angiography, MR enterography, and MR urography | Pediatric percutaneous cecostomy tube exchanges